Ceilings
When the ceiling is divided the dividing ribs or beams should bear some relation to the general construction, though in the past this rule has not always been strictly adhered to. For example, the ceiling may very desirably be divided into equal squares or rectangles by means of wooden or plaster mouldings, leaving the enclosed spaces plain or decorated. When mouldings are used these may be enriched, but contrast should be maintained between the framing ribs and the panels.
No. 188. Detail of Inlaid Floor. Library of S. Lorenzo, Florence. Repeating general pattern of ceiling.
The Late Tudor decorated ceiling often had narrow moulded ribs geometrically arranged with pateræ in between and fleur-de-lys details on the outer angles where the ribs met.
No. 189. Ceiling of Library of S. Lorenzo, Florence. Plan of general arrangement.
No. 190. Late Tudor Ceiling. Littlecotes Hall, Wilts.